School Counselor's Corner

🍂November is a time to reflect, express gratitude, and stay focused on your goals. As the semester continues, we encourage students to check their grades, keep up with assignments, and reach out when they need support. Seniors, continue making progress on your college, career, and scholarship plans!

🍂 Remember to take care of yourself, celebrate your progress, and thank those who support you. Your school counselor is here to help you navigate challenges and plan your next steps.

📆Important Dates:

November 1 and 15: Common early action and early decision college application deadlines.

November 1: Park Scholarship Deadline.

November 1: University of Miami Premier Scholarship Due.

November 2: Robert H. Short Scholarship program opens

November 4: FTCC HSC Counselor begins meeting with students for Spring 27 classes.

November 12: Elks National Foundation Scholarship.

November 24-27: Thanksgiving Break 🦃

The Robert H. Short Scholars Program provides last-dollar-in scholarships up to $7,500/year (up to $30,000 total for up to four years) to students from Cumberland County, NC who will attend any four-year nonprofit college or university. Follow link for information.

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Located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, Methodist University offers more than 80 undergraduate majors and concentrations, giving students many opportunities to explore their interests and career goals. Home of the Monarchs, the university combines academics with opportunities for leadership, community involvement, and athletics. Students interested in attending college close to home can explore programs and campus visits at methodist.edu. Please see below for program information.

Please visit site to explore: transferology.com .

Scholarship season is an exciting opportunity to plan for the future and open doors to new possibilities. We encourage all students to take time to read scholarship information carefully and pay close attention to application requirements. Deadlines come quickly, and missing one could mean missing out on valuable support for college and career goals.

Please make it a habit to check scholarship updates regularly, set reminders for upcoming deadlines, and reach out if you have any questions or need assistance. Together, we can ensure every student has the best chance to benefit from these opportunities.

Please see attached.

Please see attached for Scholarship Information.

https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/MVS.cfm

Due: December 1, 2026

The Hagan Scholarship is a nationwide need-based merit scholarship, providing recipients with the opportunity to achieve their goals and graduate from college debt-free. Parents’ Adjusted Household Income must not exceed $125,000. The scholarship provides $1,000 to help purchase essential items for college and up to $7,500 each semester for up to 8 consecutive semesters. Free workshops, free Schwab Brokerage Accounts, and free Study Abroad opportunities provide recipients with a practical understanding of important life skills not typically covered in the school curriculum. Hagan Scholars have attended 745 colleges and universities located in all 50 states and the District of Columbia and have studied abroad in 64 countries.

See brochure for more information.

The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) Scholarship Search tool helps students explore scholarships to help pay for college. It provides information about eligibility requirements, award amounts, application deadlines, and how to apply. Students can use this resource to identify opportunities that fit their qualifications and college plans.

Click here to access the search tool!

🔍 Pro Tip: Use CFNC.org and Scholarship Central for local/statewide awards!

Cumberland County Schools Scholarship Website:

https://www.ccs.k12.nc.us/o/ccs/page/scholarshipsfinancial-aid

2025-2026 Scholarship Resource Spreadsheet:

This resource contains local and national scholarship information. The resources and links are attached to assist with scholarship search. Please read the scholarships carefully and make sure to pay attention to the deadlines and how they want applications received.

• Apply to NC State by the Early Action Deadline
• Special Circumstances Form opens in WolfPaw Monday, November 2nd
  • This form also allows students to share unique circumstances that they feel may cause them to be overlooked for an invitation to apply to our Program. Submission of this form does not guarantee an invitation to apply, nor is it required to receive an invitation to apply. The form will close on December 1st.

Attached you will find great information to prepare and explain the college application process.

📌 FAFSA Opens October 1st:
FAFSA Information will be presented during the Senior Parent meeting on September 29 @ 6:30pm.

Click the link to access website.

As you begin asking teachers for letters of recommendation, please make sure you complete your Senior Brag Sheet first.

Your brag sheet helps your teachers learn more about you, including your accomplishments, activities, goals, strengths, and experiences. This information will help them write a more personal and detailed recommendation letter.

When asking a teacher for a recommendation, please:

• Complete your brag sheet before making your request.
• Give your teacher plenty of time to write your letter.
• Share your brag sheet with the teacher when you ask.
• Be sure to provide any deadlines or submission instructions.

Remember, a strong recommendation starts with giving your teacher the information they need to tell your story!

Please follow the link to upload your Community Service form and hours.

https://forms.gle/dgt2pW4D9XikyLLYA

📌 Transcripts:

Please email Ms. Grevel if you need a copy of your transcript for scholarship applications.

emoniquegrevel@ccs.k12.nc.us

📥 Let’s Connect

👩‍🏫Emonique Grevel – School Counselor

📧 emoniquegrevel@ccs.k12.nc.us

Daina Grantham - AIG Consultant

Email: dainagrantham@ccs.k12.nc.us